| How to Rest Posted: 16 Jul 2021 01:00 AM PDT No matter how busy your schedule, everyone needs time to rest. The trouble is, sometimes you wake up from a good night's sleep feeling just as tired as before! If that's the case, it may be because you are not getting the type of rest you need. Both your body and mind need a variety of different types of rest to relax, unwind, and recharge.[1] From 5-minute meditation breaks to mindfulness exercises to relaxing escapes to the wilderness (or even just your backyard), you need rest in all forms to really relax. Whether you're looking to relax your body, mind, or soul, this article is here to help provide tips on how to make rest a meaningful part of your schedule. [Edit]Take breaks to relax as you work. - No matter how much work you have to do, remember that you're only human. A break can bring you back to yourself for a moment. If you find your mind stuck on a particular homework problem or you just can't seem to focus on a project at work, take 5 minutes to step away and quiet your mind. Giving your mind a break helps you feel fresh and rejuvenated when you return to the task at hand.[2]
- Try going outside for a few minutes of fresh air or take 10 minutes to walk around the block. If you can't go outside, step away from your desk and look at the view of the city through your window!
[Edit]Practice daily meditation. - Meditating is a great way to rest your mind and body.[3] Though there are a variety of meditation practices you can try, mindful meditation is one of the most common.[4] A primary focus of mindful meditation is living in the present moment. You do so by focusing on your breathing and letting your thoughts pass without attachment or worries. These practices help you rest, quiet your mind, ad relax your body.
- To try meditating, find a calm space to sit alone. Next, close your eyes and focus on your breathing. If you run into distracting thoughts, acknowledge them but let them pass.
- If you are new to meditating, try it out for shorter spans of time. Even 5 minutes of meditation can provide benefits![5]
[Edit]Focus on your senses. - Engaging with your senses can ground your thoughts and rest your mind. If you find your mind racing, focus instead on senses like sight, smell, and touch as a helpful distraction. Experiment with engaging different senses to see which ones are most useful in quieting your thoughts.
- For example, clear your thoughts by imagining a peaceful scene, or look out the window to the trees blowing in the wind. You may also try smelling the flowers outside your door or lighting a candle with a nice aroma. Engage with touch through petting your dog or cat if you have one or wrapping up in a fuzzy blanket.[6]
[Edit]Try aromatherapy for its calming benefits. - Aromatherapy uses essential oils to bring you peace, calm, and clarity. The process works through breathing in essential oils using a diffuser or humidifier. Smelling these aromas prompts your brain to produce hormones like serotonin that can improve your mood.[7] Due to its calming benefits, aromatherapy can be used to reduce stress levels and help you relax.
- Commonly used essential oils include lemon, lavender, chamomile, and cedarwood.
- Due to the potent amount of plant material in essential oils, it's important to use them in moderation and with caution. To be safe, avoid direct contact with essential oils on your skin and cease using them if you develop an allergic reaction. If you're unsure of how to properly use essential oils, consider talking to a trained herbalist or doctor before trying out this method.[8]
[Edit]Take deep breaths. - This is a simple and effective means to destress and unwind. Through engaging with your breaths, you can help your body calm down quickly, while also distracting your mind. The best part is that this method can be practiced anywhere, whether you're stressed during a particularly hectic work day or winding down for bed.[9]
- With one hand on your chest and the other on your belly, take a deep breath through your nose. Once your belly is filled with air, exhale. Continue breathing in and out and feel as the hand on your belly rises and falls with your breaths. The hand on your chest should remain steady. Continue the practice until you begin to feel its calming benefits.[10]
[Edit]Practice yoga. - Yoga is a great means to rest your mind and body simultaneously. Though yoga is a great workout, it also provides many benefits to help you rest. Yoga encourages practicing mindfulness, meaning remaining in tune with your mind and body in the present moment. If there is a lot on your mind, this can be a great way to destress and give your mind some peace. Yoga also engages your body and breaths, which can be a great means to relax your body. Specific yoga poses can be especially helpful when looking to rest your body and mind. [11]
- Child's pose (Balasana) is a relaxing pose that is also a great option for beginners.[12]
- Corpse pose (Savasana) is another simple yet highly beneficial choice.[13]
- For helpful instruction, consider enrolling in a yoga class, working with a private instructor, or watching online yoga tutorials on websites like YouTube.[14]
[Edit]Keep a journal to quiet your mind. - Writing down your thoughts is a great way to rest your mind. If you find yourself stressed or particularly anxious about anything, a journal functions as a safe space to express your feelings privately. Taking this time to decompress helps put your mind at ease, and quiets negative or stressful emotions so they may become more manageable.[15]
- Journal consistently to experience the greatest benefits. Pick a certain time to journal each day. Consider journaling each morning to start the day with a clear head or right before bed to rest your mind and prepare for a good night's sleep.
- Feel free to be as creative as you would like when journaling. If you don't feel like writing down your thoughts sometimes, try drawing pictures or making playlists to express your feelings.
[Edit]Listen to calming music. - Ambient, comforting music can relax your mind if you need to decompress. Studies show that music releases hormones serotonin and oxytocin, which can improve your overall mood and even help you fall asleep at night.[16] Try making a playlist of music that brings you peace or look for playlists online.
- You can also consider listening to ambient sounds, such as ocean waves, falling rain, and other sounds of nature to decompress and rest your mind.
[Edit]Take a social media break. - Though a great way to stay connected, social media can also cause stress. You may find yourself comparing your lifestyle, fitness routine, or looks to the people you follow. Or maybe you frequently get sucked into scrolling sessions that seem to never end. Regardless, these activities can leave your mind feeling drained and exhausted! To give your mind some rest, consider taking a break or being more mindful of how often you use social media.[17]
- Consider scheduling a set time to check social media if you don't want to take a break altogether. For example, pick a time each day to check social media sites and catch up with your friends. Limit that time to 5 to 10 minutes![18]
[Edit]Escape to nature. - Going outside can help you relax and live presently. The outdoors offer a wealth of resources when it comes to relaxing your mind and body, and you don't need to retreat to the wilderness to experience its many benefits.[19]
- If you're stressed during work, take a five-minute break to go outside and breathe in the fresh air. Rather than focusing on what's bothering you, take a moment to look at the trees swaying in the breeze and listen to the sounds of birds chirping and other wildlife.
- You may be too busy to go out during your workday. If that's the case, even adding a plant to your desk can offer an opportunity to appreciate nature. Water your plant and admire it in moments when you need some calm.[20]
- When you've got more time on the weekend, walk to a nearby park, consider finding a hiking trail in your area, or take a day trip to a natural landmark.
[Edit]Develop a relaxing bedtime routine. - Establishing a healthy bedtime routine can help you get to sleep faster. Try going to bed at the same time each night, and practice relaxing activities like drinking non-caffeinated tea, listening to soothing music, and dimming the lights in your room. For the best results, avoid snacking or drinking caffeinated beverages before bed. These can make you feel more alert as you drift to sleep.[21] You should also avoid using electronics right before bed.[22] Phones, computers, and other electronics all emit blue light from their screens, which decreases the production of the sleep-inducing hormone melatonin.[23]
- Consider leaving your laptop and phone in the living room to charge overnight and ceasing your use of electronics a few hours before bed each night.[24]
- If you must use electronics close to bed to study or work, switch to night mode so that the light from your screen is not as harsh.[25]
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| How to Free Disk Space on Your Hard Drive Posted: 15 Jul 2021 05:00 PM PDT Computer hard drives are getting much larger—you'd think you can hold on to files indefinitely and never worry about running out of space. But then one day you see a nasty message telling you there is not enough free disk space to save, copy, paste, or download something. How can you clear some space without parting with precious files? This wikiHow teaches you how to use built-in tools in Windows and macOS to get rid of unnecessary files on your computer. [Edit]Windows - Empty your Recycle Bin. This is an easy first step for freeing up disk space. When you delete files in Windows, they are sent to the Recycle Bin rather than immediately being removed from your PC. This means that a bunch of files you think you've deleted may still exist and be taking up space. To empty your recycle bin, just right-click the Recycle Bin icon on your desktop (it looks like a trash can) and select Empty Recycle Bin.[1]
- If you ever want to delete a file and bypass the Recycle Bin completely, select the file you want to delete, and hold down the Shift and Delete keys at the same time to delete it.[2]
- Remove apps you no longer use. Got a lot of apps installed on your PC? You can delete the apps you aren't using to free up some space. Here's how:
- Click the Start menu and select Settings.
- Click Apps to display installed apps.
- You can sort the list of apps by name, install date, or size using the "Sort by" drop-down menu.
- Click an app and select Uninstall.
- See how your storage is used. Windows 10 comes with a great new storage tool (similar to, but more modern than Disk Cleanup) that illustrates which files are using the most space on your hard drive. To get there, click the Start menu, select Settings, click System, and then click Storage in the left panel.
- In the right panel, you'll find the name of your hard drive (such as "C:"), followed by its total size.
- Beneath that is a bar that displays how much of your total space is occupied by files.
- Below that, you'll find a list of categories—these categories reflect types of files on your computer, and how much space they are using.
- Click Show more categories below the different file types to see all possible categories.
- Turn on Storage Sense. Storage Sense automatically monitors the amount of hard drive space you use and cleans up unnecessary files.[3] You can enable this feature in your Storage settings—here's how:
- To allow Storage Sense to run on a schedule, click the switch at the top of your Storage settings. This is optional, as you can actually just use Storage Sense manually if you skip this step.
- Click Configure Storage Sense or run it now just below the switch (even if you didn't enable the feature).
- Choose when to run Storage Sense (during low free disk space, or on a schedule).
- Select which files to delete on the selected scheduled time.
- You can delete temporary app files that are unnecessary, clear your Recycle Bin on a certain schedule, and/or delete files from your Downloads folder that you haven't opened in a specified time frame.
- Click Clean now at the bottom to run Storage Sense now.
- Click the back button to return to your Storage settings.
- Delete other unneeded temporary files. This is another option in your Storage settings. Click the Temporary files category to see files that are meant to be temporary. To mark a type of file for deletion, click the box next to its name and description, and then click the Remove files button at the top to confirm. Just make sure you don't accidentally delete something you'll need later.
- The "Downloads" folder is your default download location. Only check this box if you do not regularly use the files in your Downloads folder.
- "Windows Update Cleanup," "Microsoft Defender Antivirus," "Delivery Optimization Files," and "Temporary Windows installation files" files are non-critical files from older updates. You can safely remove those unless a local admin has suggested otherwise.
- Delete unused or unneeded personal files. The files you store in your Documents, Pictures, Videos, Music, and Downloads folder can consume a lot of space. If you don't want to permanently delete files, you can copy them to an external drive.
- A handy way to view your files is to open your Storage settings—click the Start menu, select Settings, click System, and then click Storage.
- Click Show more categories below the listed categories.
- Click Documents, Music, Videos, or any type of file you want to manage.
- Click the View button to open the folder containing those files.
- Click the View menu and select Details to make sure you can see each file's size.
- Before deleting a file, open it to see what it is. Then, close it so you can delete it if you want.
- To delete a file, click it once to select it, press the delete button on your keyboard, and confirm when prompted.
- Deleted files are moved to the Recycle Bin, so technically you haven't yet freed up space. To empty your Recycle Bin, right-click it on your desktop and select Empty Recycle Bin.
- Open your Mac's Storage Management tool. This handy tool can help you figure out which files are taking up the most space, and how to reclaim that space. Once you open the tool, you'll see a list of all types of files on your Mac, and how much space they are using. To open the tool:
- Click the Apple menu at the top-left corner.
- Click About This Mac.
- Click Storage.
- Click Manage.
- Click to store certain files in the cloud. This optional feature lets you move your Photos, Messages, Documents, and Desktop files to iCloud to conserve space on your hard drive. You can still open and use the files you move to iCloud—just double-click to download the file you want to view or edit, and it will open right up. Keep in mind that while you have some free storage space on iCloud (5 GB), you'll need to pay for additional space.[4] Fortunately, the cheapest plan gets you 50 GB of iCloud space for as low as $0.99/month. To store files in iCloud:
- Click Desktop and Documents to move the files in these two locations to your iCloud Drive.
- Click Photos to add the photos to iCloud Photos.
- Click Messages to store all iMessages and attachments in iCloud rather than on your Mac.
- Click to remove older TV shows, movies, and email attachments. This option does not permanently delete this information—it just backs them up to the cloud. However, unlike using the Store in iCloud feature, the data you optimize will not count against your iCloud space quota.[5]
- If you choose this option, any optimized files will display cloud icons beside them. To re-download an optimized file, just double-click that icon.
- Set up your Mac's Trash to empty automatically. When you delete files on your Mac, they are moved to the Trash, which makes it easy to restore deleted files in the future. However, it also means that deleting files doesn't actually free up hard drive space until you empty the Trash. If you click Turn On next to "Empty Trash Automatically," your Mac will permanently purge all files in the Trash every 30 days.
- You can also manually empty the Trash at any time in Finder by clicking the Finder menu and selecting Empty Trash.[6]
- If you want to delete a file and skip sending it to the Trash first, hold down the Control key when you click the file, and then select Delete immediately.
- Click the button to sort through clutter. The last button at the bottom of the Storage window will display a sortable list of your documents, which can help you identity files you don't need and can delete from your Mac.
- Click a file type/folder in the left panel to view the files of that type.
- Use the tabs at the top of the right panel (Large Files, Downloads, etc.) to browse for files you may not want.
- Before deleting a file, open it to make sure it's something you don't want to keep! Then, close its corresponding app so you can delete it if you want.
- To delete a file, just drag it to the Trash icon on your desktop.
- Remember to empty your Trash to actually free up the hard drive space.
- Delete music and music videos. If you download music through Apple Music, you can periodically delete these files to free up space. As long as you delete something you've purchased through Apple Music, it'll remain in the cloud and you can re-download it at any time.[7]
- Open the Music app on your Mac.
- Hover the mouse over a song or video you want to delete. If you see a cloud icon next to the item, that means it's not actually saved on your Mac, so it's not using hard drive space. Don't try to delete these items.
- Click the three dots that appear and select Remove.
- Once removed from your Mac, a cloud icon will appear next to the item to indicate that it's not on your Mac, but that you can download it from the cloud again by double-clicking it.
- Delete your unnecessary junk mail. If you use the Mail app on your Mac to send and receive email, you may have a lot of messages in your Junk folder. These messages can take up a lot of space. Here's how to delete your Junk folder:
- Open the Mail app.
- Click the Mailbox menu and select Erase Junk Mail. This moves the junk mail to your Trash mail box.
- To empty your Trash mail box and reclaim hard drive space, click the Mailbox menu and select Erase Deleted Items.
- Invest in an external hard drive or USB flash drive if you find yourself constantly running out of space. You can then store your largest files on that drive to retain space on your internal drive(s).
- When you download install programs, delete the installer after you finished installing it.
- Frequently empty the Recycle Bin or Trash.
[Edit]Warnings - Once you've cleared your recycle bin, all those files are gone forever!
- Don't delete files that don't belong to you!
- If you aren't sure what file it is and it's an unfamiliar filetype, don't delete it. If you think it's a virus, scan it with your virus scan.
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| How to Deal with Exposed Tree Roots Posted: 15 Jul 2021 09:00 AM PDT As a tree ages, shallow roots can sometimes expand to the point that they become exposed above the surface of the soil. Roots can also become exposed due to soil erosion or cramped conditions forcing the roots to the surface. If your tree has exposed roots that are causing problems, try covering the roots with mulch or an attractive ground cover. As a last resort, consider removing or partially removing a problem root. Prevent problems by planting your trees strategically and choosing species that are less prone to surface roots. [Edit]Covering Exposed Roots with Mulch - Select an organic mulch material. A layer of mulch around the tree's roots can cushion and insulate the roots and minimize soil erosion. Pick a material that won't absorb too much moisture from the soil around the base of the tree. A few options include:[1]
- Pine straw. This material is not absorbent and will allow moisture to reach your tree's roots easily.
- Pine bark nuggets. If you choose this material, make sure to remove old nuggets before laying down new ones, or the old mulch may absorb too much moisture from around the tree's roots.
- Shredded wood mulch. Because this material absorbs moisture easily, avoid putting too much at the base of your tree. Use a layer only about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick.
- Put down a layer of mulch no more than 3-4 inches (7.6-10.2 cm) thick. You will need to put down enough mulch to cover the exposed roots, but take care not to put down so much that you smother the roots.[2]
- Use thinner layers when applying more absorbent mulches (such as shredded wood), and take care that the pile doesn't become too thick when you refresh the mulch.
- Make the area of mulch wide enough to cover the exposed roots. Your mulched area may need to be up to 2/3rds the diameter of the tree's canopy.[3] Don't worry if the mulch covers up part of the lawn around the tree. Allowing your roots to compete with your grass will only lead to further soil erosion.
- Avoid piling mulch against the trunk of the tree. If you pile up too much mulch around the base of the tree, it may cause the bark at the bottom of the tree to become diseased. Leave a little space between your mulched area and the base of the tree.[4]
[Edit]Planting Ground Cover over the Roots - Break up the top 1 inch (2.5 cm) layer of soil around the roots. Use a spading fork to very carefully break up the compacted topsoil between the surface roots. Take care not to damage the roots themselves, and go no deeper than 1 inch (2.5 cm).[5]#*Adding this ground cover means vegetation will hopefully eventually cover the tree roots in entirety.[6]
- Spread no more than 2 inches (5 cm) of garden soil over the topsoil. Add garden soil to your newly broken-up topsoil layer, being very careful not to layer on more than 2 inches (5 cm) of new soil. If you add too much new soil, your tree's roots will suffocate, and the tree will eventually die.[7]
- While you may need to replenish the new soil each year, do not add more than 2 inches (5 cm) of soil to the base of your tree per year.
- Add a light application of general-purpose granular fertilizer. Adding some fertilizer will help keep your tree healthy and prevent the ground cover plants from using up too many valuable nutrients. Following the package directions, sprinkle a little 15-5-10 or 13-13-13 NPK fertilizer over the exposed root area.[8]
- Plant a shade-loving ground cover plant around the base of the tree. Pick a hearty plant that doesn't need a lot of sunlight or moisture. In general, the best times to plant ground cover plants are early spring and late fall.[9] A few good options include:
- Wild violets
- Ajuga
- Periwinkle (vinca)
- Asiatic jasmine
- Monkey grass
- Creeping thyme or dymondia[10]
- Consider what kind of cover fits the microclimate. Depending on how much shade there is, how much sun there, and whether people should be able to walk on the ground cover, you might want to choose a different type of vegetation.[11]
- If you don't need to walk on the ground cover, consider a Red Apple succulent cover because it grows quickly.[12]
[Edit]Preventing Root Exposure - Avoid planting shade trees too close to buildings and paths. Surface roots mainly become a problem when they interfere with footpaths, sidewalks, and structures such as house foundations. Try to plant shade trees no closer than 6 feet (2 meters) from sidewalks and pavements, and 15 feet (5 meters) from house foundations.[13]
- Plant tree species that are less prone to root exposure. Root exposure problems are often associated with fast-growing shade trees, such as Arizona ash, silver maple, poplar, and willow. When selecting trees to plant on your property, consider choosing slower-growing species instead.[14] A few good options include:
- Linden
- Colorado blue spruce
- Sugar maple
- Japanese maple
- Red buckeye
- Take measures to prevent soil erosion on your property. Tree roots are often exposed by soil erosion. If your property has serious erosion problems, you may need to bring in a landscaping expert to install erosion barriers. Other measures you can take include:[15]
- Covering bare patches of soil with mulch or ground cover plants, especially on slopes.
- Not over-watering your plants so that you do not wash away too much soil.
- Using jute netting or coconut fiber mats to keep soil in place until cover plants can become established.
- Putting a layer of mulch around the bases of newly-planted trees to prevent erosion as the tree grows.
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Covering Exposed Roots with Mulch - Organic mulch, such as pine straw, shredded wood, or pine bark nuggets
[Edit]Planting Ground Cover over the Roots - Spading fork
- Garden soil mix
- General-purpose granular fertilizer (15-5-10 or 13-13-13)
- Shade-loving ground cover plants, such as violets, vinca, or Asiatic jasmine
[Edit]Trimming Exposed Roots - Garden spade
- Root saw (for larger roots) or shears or loppers (for smaller roots)
- Root barrier to prevent regrowth
[Edit]Preventing Root Exposure - Slow-growing shade trees, such as blue spruce, linden, or red buckeye
- Mulch
- Soil-retention materials, such as jute netting or coconut fiber mats
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